Top-order batter Sahibzada Farhan has etched his name into Pakistan’s cricket record books. The right-handed opener became only the fourth Pakistani player to score 1,500 T20 runs in a single calendar year, reaching the milestone in his 35th innings of 2025.
Before him, this achievement was accomplished by three of Pakistan’s finest:
- Babar Azam (2019, 2021, 2024) – the only one to do it three times.
- Mohammad Rizwan (2021, 2022).
- Shan Masood (2022).
With this feat, Farhan joins an elite group of consistent performers in world cricket.
Strong Performances Across Domestic and International Cricket
In 2025, Farhan represented Peshawar Region, Islamabad United, and also contributed for Pakistan’s national team, making his runs all the more valuable across formats and competitions. His performances have been instrumental in boosting his reputation as a reliable and aggressive top-order batter.
Half-Century Against India Grabs Headlines
Farhan recently made headlines during the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four clash against arch-rivals India. The opener scored a brisk half-century, completing the milestone with a massive six off Axar Patel in the 10th over.
What caught the public’s attention even more was his unique celebration. After reaching fifty, he mimicked firing bullets with his bat—symbolizing “scoring runs like bullets.” The celebration instantly went viral on social media, sparking discussions among fans and analysts alike.
His innings included five boundaries and three sixes, reflecting a fearless and aggressive approach against India’s bowling attack.
Farhan Defends His Celebration
Speaking in a press conference after the match, Farhan stood by his celebration style, stating he did not care how people interpreted it.
“I usually don’t celebrate fifties,” he explained. “But this time, I had a new idea in mind, so I expressed it in a different way. It was just a new form of expression.”
He further added that his cricketing philosophy is to always play positive and aggressive cricket, no matter who the opponent is—even if it’s India.
What This Means for Pakistan Cricket
Sahibzada Farhan’s entry into the 1,500-run club shows Pakistan’s depth in batting talent beyond the established stars like Babar and Rizwan. His form in 2025 indicates that Pakistan may finally have another consistent top-order option who can handle pressure on the big stage.
If he continues his aggressive yet confident batting style, Farhan could cement his spot as one of Pakistan’s key match-winners in T20 cricket.
